What is Shady Oaks Park like?
Shady Oaks Park is one of 333 PDGA-listed courses in California, and one of 1 in Sacramento (Orangevale) itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 7,110 ft, averaging roughly 395 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
ThrowSpot rates the course demanding overall, making it experienced players who want a real challenge. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist. Most groups finish in about 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Shady Oaks Park?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at Shady Oaks Park
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Shady Oaks Park
More disc golf near Sacramento (Orangevale)
Shady Oaks Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Sacramento (Orangevale), but California has 333 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in California.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Shady Oaks Park?
Shady Oaks Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 7,110 ft, averaging about 395 feet per hole.
Is Shady Oaks Park free to play?
Yes. Shady Oaks Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Shady Oaks Park good for beginners?
It is rated advanced difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist.
How long does it take to play Shady Oaks Park?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 18 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Shady Oaks Park located?
Shady Oaks Park is in Sacramento (Orangevale), California, at coordinates 38.69638, -121.22506. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Shady Oaks Park?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.